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Margalla Hills: Three held on suspicion of igniting forest fires

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Three individuals have been arrested for suspected involvement in igniting forest fires in Margalla Hills by the Capital Development Authority. Efforts to extinguish the fires are ongoing, with the authorities emphasizing their commitment to holding those responsible accountable. Additional arrests are expected as investigations continue into the fire incidents.
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PM Shehbaz calls for plans on B2B meetings, attracting Chinese industries

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PM Shehbaz Sharif has urged the development of plans for business-to-business (B2B) meetings with China, aiming to attract Chinese industries. He plans to visit China from June 4 to 8 and will meet with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, as well as hold meetings with Chinese corporate executives and address the China-Pakistan Business Forum.
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Govt further slashes LPG prices

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The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has reduced Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) prices by Rs3.87 to Rs234 per kilogram, effective immediately. This is a result of reduced production costs and the arrival of imported LPG shipments. Additionally, petrol and diesel prices are expected to decrease by Rs 5 and Rs 4 per liter, respectively, starting from June 1st.
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Govt to present budget 2024-25 on June 10: sources

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The Pakistan government will present the budget for the financial year 2024/25 on June 10, delayed from the original date of June 7 due to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's visit to Beijing from June 4 to June 8. Inflation may increase as the IMF has requested Pakistan to reduce sales tax exemptions.
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Two terrorists killed in Peshawar IBO: ISPR

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Security forces killed two terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in Peshawar district, as reported by ISPR. The operation resulted in the death of terrorist ringleader Ayaz alias Muhammad and Terrorist Ahmedey alias Koochi, with two others injured. The operation aimed to eliminate terrorist activities and received local appreciation, with weapons and explosives recovered.
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Stamp duty charges to be ‘revised’ in Punjab

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The Board of Revenue Punjab has proposed increasing stamp duties by 2 to 10 times, potentially generating Rs4.21 billion annually for the Punjab government. The suggested revisions include raising the stamp duty for property sales from Rs1,200 to Rs3,000 and increasing the rate of Rs100 affidavit to Rs300. This follows last year's up to 10 percent stamp duty hike.
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Ahsan Iqbal receives award from Asian Productivity Organisation

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Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiative Prof Ahsan Iqbal was honored by the Asian Productivity Organisation in Kuala Lumpur for his exceptional efforts in socio-economic development. The award acknowledges his policy contributions and strategic leadership, recognizing his achievements in promoting productivity and development in Pakistan through international networks and innovative projects.
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K-Electric accused of overbilling govt institutions

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Sindh Energy Minister accuses K-Electric of overbilling government departments, estimating over Rs 20 billion excess charges in 10 years. An audit revealed Rs 2 billion overbilling in the past year. Despite investment in smart meters, K-Electric failed to install them. Minister vows to protect citizens and form a committee to address overbilling issues.
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Woman killed four-year-old diabetic daughter by feeding her soft drink

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A woman from Ohio, Tamara Banks, has been sentenced to nine years in prison for killing her four-year-old diabetic daughter, Karmity Hoeb, by feeding her excessive amounts of soft drinks, leading to diabetic ketoacidosis. The child's teeth had rotted due to sugary drinks, and her parents had left her diabetes untreated. Both parents were initially charged with murder but later pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter.
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Azerbaijan’s FM in Islamabad for talks with Pakistan’s leadership

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Azerbaijan’s FM, Jeyhun Bayramov, arrived in Islamabad for a two-day visit to meet with Pakistan's leadership. During the trip, he will hold discussions with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar. The visit follows an earlier agreement between the two countries on LNG importation.